Dr. Hare answers the question: 'What Is The Role Of Diuretics?' — -- Question: What is the role of diuretics, or 'water pills,' and how do they work? Answer: Fluid pills or diuretics are used by ...

In the largest high blood pressure drug study ever conducted, Houston researchers found that the least expensive therapy is also the most effective in preventing heart attacks. The study, to be ...

DRINK A FEW too many beers or eat an extra slice of pizza or two and you might wake up feeling bloated and generally puffy. So you might think popping a water pill will help you de-bloat. Water pills, ...

Medically reviewed by Christopher Lee, MD ACE inhibitors help prevent CHF from worsening by widening blood vessels.Diuretics help decrease fluid build-up in your lungs, ankles, and legs by eliminating ...

Many medications can help lower high blood pressure (hypertension), but no single one works best for everyone. The good news is, with some patience and help from your healthcare provider, you’ll ...

Eating disorders are a common chronic illness in adolescent females. One in 10 adolescent girls are estimated to have used diet pills, laxatives or diuretics in their lifetime, according to a new ...